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Útgáfustýringarkerfi, often translated as Version Control System (VCS) in English, is a software system that manages changes to a set of files over time. It allows multiple users to collaborate on projects, track the history of modifications, and revert to previous versions if necessary. This is particularly crucial in software development, where codebases evolve rapidly and the potential for errors is high.
The primary function of a VCS is to record every change made to a file, creating a
Popular examples of VCS include Git, Subversion (SVN), and Mercurial. Git, a distributed VCS, has become the
Benefits of using a VCS are numerous. It facilitates collaboration by providing a structured way for teams